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Stock# 18523
Description
Decorative map of Africa. Includes nice coastal detail and some progression on the interior cartography. The source of the Nile is two adjacent lakes. A number of native tribal names and other details. Sailing ships surround the continent.
The present example includes the revised decorative rococco borders, which include a more refined engraving style and reduced size for the text panels. Decorative cartouche and ornate architectural style border, with embellishments throughout.
Reference
Norwich 97.
